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The submission process accepting abstracts for the 2021 National EHDI Meeting closes TODAY! Submit your abstract for a regular breakout or poster session and/or an Instructional Session at ehdimeeting.org.

Share your knowledge and expertise with others! We look forward to learning from you during the National EHDI Meeting!

On Thursday, October 15th, NCHAM will be hosting the webinar: “Intergenerational Engagement in Early Intervention” Presented by: Susan Lenihan.

Abstract/descriptionFor many families the early hearing detection and intervention process impacts not only the primary caregivers but also the extended family, in particular, grandparents. For some families, grandparents and others, are able to provide much valued support in a variety of ways including practical, financial and emotional. Intergenerational support can enhance family well-being which in turn creates a more positive environment for child development. For other families, grandparents may need information and time to understand the needs of the child who is deaf and the caregivers. Grandparents and extended families may be actively engaged in services including audiologic assessment and early intervention sessions. There are also a growing number of grandparents who are serving as the primary caregivers for children. This presentation will provide an overview of research on the role of the extended family in early intervention. The session will include recommendations of ways to positively engage extended family members in the early detection and intervention process for primary caregivers and for professionals. Obstacles to maximizing intergenerational support will be considered. Case studies will be reviewed and participants will share effective programming and strategies to enhance extended family engagement from their experiences in early intervention. Resources for caregivers and professionals will be explored. Learning Objectives: *Describe the research on extended family engagement in early intervention. *Describe at least 5 ways that grandparents can support the development of children who are deaf/hard of hearing. *Identify at least 5 strategies that early intervention providers can use to enhance extended family engagement.

Webinar date: October 15, 2020

Webinar start times (by time zone)· 11:00 am – 12:00 pm PT· 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm MT· 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm CT· 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm ET

Where: Adobe Connect- to register click https://usu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0ULi8Ty1KPZUNPn